Noon to 3 p.m., Holiday Crafts for Kids designed to be gifts or holiday decorations; for kids 6 to 12 years old; $25 for H-F Park District residents, $32 for non-residents; Irwin Community Center, 18022 Highland Ave., Homewood.

1 to 2:45 p.m., Make A Holiday Tree Pinata, session includes songs and information on Latin American Christmas traditions; for kids 4 to 9; $18 for H-F Park District residents, $23 for non-residents; Irwin Community Center, 18120 Highland Ave., Homewood.

6:30 to 9 p.m., Hamiltunes Sing-Along gives audience members a chance to watch volunteer singers perform a version of the musical “Hamilton;” free; Homewood Public Library, 17913 Dixie Highway.

Sunday, Dec. 2

4 p.m., The 18th annual Christmas concert of the South Holland Master Chorale under the direction of Al Jackson and the Southlake Children’s Choir, with accompaniment of orchestra and organs; free will offering; St. Victor Catholic Church, 553 Hirsch Ave., Calumet City.

7:30 p.m., The Drama Group presents “Dancing at Lughnasa,” a play set in 1936 Ireland and the family dynamics of five sisters who welcome home brother Jack returning from missionary work; $23 adults; $21 senior citizens; $17 students with ID; Milord Studio Theatre, 330 W. 202nd St., Chicago Heights.

Saturday, Dec. 8

11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Cookie Walk/Craft Sale at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, featuring homemade cookies, candy and craft items made by church members and local artisans; church is at 18850 Riegel Road, Homewood. Details at www.homewoodsaintandrew.org or 708-798-8904.

Noon to 3 p.m., Holiday Crafts for Kids designed to be gifts or holiday decorations; kids 6 to 12; $25 for H-F Park District residents, $32 for non-residents; Irwin Community Center, 18022 Highland Ave., Homewood.

1 p.m. and 5 p.m., Salt Creek Ballet presents “The Nutcracker” at the Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University, 1 University Parkway in University Park. Tickets are $43, $36 and $28, and $18 for those 16 and younger. Details at 708-235-2222.

2 to 5 p.m., Flossmoor Winterfest 2018 includes children’s activities at the Flossmoor Public Library, bonfire and visits with Santa in Flossmoor Park, and hot chocolate for all, details at flossmoor.org.

4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Swim with Santa in the pool at H-F Racquet & Fitness Club; and Dive-In Movie from 7:30 to 9 p.m.; $2 per person for club members $4 for non-members; information is at 708-957-0300.

7:30 p.m., The Drama Group presents “Dancing at Lughnasa,” a play set in 1936 Ireland and the family dynamics of five sisters who welcome home brother Jack returning from missionary work; $23 adults; $21 senior citizens; $17 students with ID; Milord Studio Theatre, 330 W. 202nd St., Chicago Heights.

Santa Claus will make a number of appearances in the community throughout the holiday season.

2 p.m., The Drama Group presents “Dancing at Lughnasa,” a play set in 1936 Ireland and the family dynamics of five sisters who welcome home brother Jack returning from missionary work; $23 adults; $21 senior citizens; $17 students with ID; Milord Studio Theatre, 330 W. 202nd St., Chicago Heights.

3 p.m., The 18th Annual Christmas concert of the South Holland Master Chorale under the direction of Al Jackson and the Southlake Children’s Choir with accompaniment of orchestra and organs; St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, 500 Northgate Drive, Dyer, Indiana.

Monday, Dec. 10

10:30 to 11 a.m., Homewood Library’s Winter Storytime - winter themed storytime for families with young children and siblings up to 6; parental supervision is required; library is at 17913 Dixie Highway.

6:30 p.m., District 161 5th and 6th Grade Band Concert at Parker Junior High School, 2810 School St., Flossmoor.

10:30 to 11 a.m., Homewood Library’s Winter Storytime - winter themed storytime for families with young children and siblings up to 6; parental supervision is required; library is at 17913 Dixie Highway.

Wednesday, Dec. 12

8 a.m., Marian Catholic High School celebrates its 60th anniversary with an all-school mass in conjunction with the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe; free; Marian Catholic High West Gym, 700 Ashland Ave., Chicago Heights.

7:30 p.m., The Drama Group presents “Dancing at Lughnasa,” a play set in 1936 Ireland and the family dynamics of five sisters who welcome home brother Jack returning from missionary work; $23 adults; $21 senior citizens; $17 students with ID; Milord Studio Theatre, 330 W. 202nd St., Chicago Heights.

7:30 p.m., The Drama Group presents “Dancing at Lughnasa,” a play set in 1936 Ireland and the family dynamics of five sisters who welcome home brother Jack returning from missionary work; $23 adults; $21 senior citizens; $17 students with ID; Milord Studio Theatre, 330 W. 202nd St., Chicago Heights.

Saturday, Dec. 15

Noon to 4 p.m. Holiday Open House and Bake Sale at South Suburban Humane Society, pets get a photo with Santa if vaccines are current; baked goods and merchant booths with holiday gift suggestions; 1103 West End Ave., Chicago Heights.

Noon to 3 p.m., Holiday Crafts for Kids designed to be gifts or holiday decorations; for kids 6 to 12; $25 for H-F Park District residents, $32 for non-residents; Irwin Community Center, 18022 Highland Ave., Homewood.

7:30 p.m., The Drama Group presents “Dancing at Lughnasa,” a play set in 1936 Ireland and the family dynamics of five sisters who welcome home brother Jack returning from missionary work; $23 adults; $21 senior citizens; $17 students with ID; Milord Studio Theatre, 330 W. 202nd St., Chicago Heights.

Sunday, Dec. 16

10 a.m. and noon, Brunch with Santa includes children visiting Santa, and a pizza and pasta brunch; $17.95 for adults; $9.95 for kids 12 and younger; Wiley’s Grill, 800 Kedzie Ave., Flossmoor; reservations a must, details at 708-957-8774.

2 p.m., The Drama Group presents “Dancing at Lughnasa,” a play set in 1936 Ireland and the family dynamics of five sisters who welcome home brother Jack returning from missionary work; $23 adults; $21 senior citizens; $17 students with ID; Milord Studio Theatre, 330 W. 202nd St., Chicago Heights.

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